Leeds United learnings from Wrexham friendly as Harry Wilson threatens and youngsters impress | OneFootball

Leeds lost 3-2 to Championship Wrexham in their first pre-season outing in America, offering pointers on selection, shape and depth.

The first half included Joel Piroe striking an early penalty against the post. After the break Harry Wilson teed up Willy Gnonto, Piroe back-heeled an equaliser, then Wilson chipped over in the 93rd minute. yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk highlights the main lessons.

Midfield: Sean Longstaff impressed even before scoring, putting himself alongside likely starters Ethan Ampadu and Anton Stach in Farke’s central options. He looks more than a bench alternative.

System: Daniel Farke’s flexibility surfaced, with Ampadu dropping into defence and the side resembling 4-2-3-1, Wilson as a 10 and Lukas Nmecha leading the line. The set-up appeared to suit Wilson in particular.

Wilson: The Wales international looked sharp from the off after the break, immediately creating a chance and carrying a constant threat. Signs point to a quick lift off at Elland Road, whether centrally or from the right.

Youth and injuries: Seventeen-year-old Callum Mills stood out among several youngsters, supplying the pass that should have brought a Gnonto goal, while others gained late minutes. Dominic Calvert-Lewin has a minor setback and is training individually, Jaka Bijol took a knee knock, Sebastiaan Bornauw was not risked, Ilia Gruev is sidelined, and staggered returns plus Noah Okafor’s extended break explained the absences of Brenden Aaronson, Gabi Gudmundsson and Tarik Muharemovic, though the latter pair were present. With only Piroe and Nmecha as natural strikers, another addition would look wise.

Source: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk